Department of Residential Life
About the Community Advisor position
FAQ about the Community Advisor position
Question
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Answer
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| Can an international student be a CA? |
Yes. |
| If I am studying abroad this semester, but plan to return to St. Cloud State next semester, can I apply to be a CA? |
Yes. Apply by Nov. 27 and you will be considered for Fall 2019. |
| If I am hired as a CA, can I have another job? |
For the first semester as a CA, you cannot have additional employment. After that, you may be approved for a maximum of 10 hours a week in another job. |
| Can I apply to work in a specific hall? |
No. Assignments are determined after hiring. There is room on the application to indicate a preferred hall or apartment. |
| If I am a St. Cloud Community & Technical College student, can I be a CA? |
No. You need to be a full-time St. Cloud State student. |
| If I am part of the Community College Connection program, can I be a CA? |
You would need to be a full-time St. Cloud State student your first semester on the job. Consult your hall director for a more detailed answer. |
| Is there a GPA requirement? |
You must maintain a cumulative and semester GPA of 2.5 or higher. |
| Can a graduate student be a CA? |
Yes. |
| How many credits can I take while working as a CA? |
For undergraduate students, no less than 12 credits and no more than 17 credits per semester. For graduate students, a minimum of nine credits. |
| Can I be a CA during my first year? |
You must earn at least 24 credits before your start date. |
| Can someone with zero on-campus living experience be a CA? |
Two or more semesters of on-campus living experience is preferred, but not required. |
| How many residents are assigned to a CA? |
CA's typically have between 30-60 residents on their floors depending upon the building assignment. |
| If I am on University conduct probation or University academic probation, can I be a CA? |
No. A CA is role model and representative of the institution. A CA must be in good standing with the University to be eligible for this leadership position. |
| What are the benefits of being a CA? |
You earn skills in leadership, communication, organization, human relations, conflict management and critical-thinking. |
